When "Jim Bob" walked into the room, those in his company felt energy. This was just one example of who Jimmy was and how he impacted those around him. Jimmy was a smart, compassionate, and very loving person who always looked for the finest qualities in other people.
It was as if Jimmy wanted to share all of their experiences, revel in their lives and celebrate their discoveries. Jimmy was tireless and had boundless enthusiasm that would serve him well throughout his life.
On June 3, 1985 Jimmy married Kay Elizabeth Minor at First Baptist Church of Maui, HI. Jimmy was tenderhearted and sensitive, qualities that served him well in helping to nurture his family, he never forgot or stop loving his sons, Jimmy, Travis and Todd. Jimmy truly loved me, Kay, and told me every day of our lives how much he loved me.
Jimmy was blessed with four children: three sons, Jimmy, Travis, Todd and one daughter, Angela. They were also blessed with two grandchildren, Gracie Barker, Taylor Elizabeth Ainsworth.
Jimmy's primary occupation was car sales. He was employed for Two Rivers Ford over 30 years. Jimmy had the uncanny ability to identify a win/win solution to any problem, possibly because of his gift for insight. Jimmy's fellow workers saw him as a supporter and greatly respect him.
Jimmy loved fishing and golf. Jimmy had a knack for being able to set up a golf game, so he could get away from work. He worked hard so many years and gave up a lot of life for his job.
Jim Bob derived much satisfaction from participating in and watching sports. His charisma, supportive nature and ability to improvise when called upon to do so all made perfect attributes for enjoying a great many sporting activities. In high school, Jim Bob played football, golf. Recreational sports included fishing and golf. Jim Bob was a sports fan and enjoyed watching his favorite events whenever he got the opportunity. Tops on his list was football. He had a lot of "Kenny Rodgers" in him.....he loved to bet on football games and loved to play "Let It Ride". I could always tell when he was losing, as his palms would get sweaty.
Jimmy was compassionate, accommodating and quick to move into action. Jim Bob seemed to be the person smack dab in the middle of things, working to get things done. Those who had the opportunity to work with Jim Bob usually agreed that when you were involved in an organization with him, it was as entertaining as anything you could imagine. In high school, Jim Bob was a member of the "Most Favorite" Named "Bachelor of Ugliness", which meant he was "damn good-looking" and very well liked by all.
Because Jim Bob was constantly in the center of things and where the action was. Jim Bob's gift of planning and improvisation, along with a talent for rallying support, made him a great asset. Jim Bob found new ways of getting things done in order to help make just about every activity more efficient and enjoyable.
Jim Bob's love of improvising in his daily life was a perfect fit for his enjoyment of traveling. His favorite vacations were ones that were not planned. Traveling in a casual manor fit his personality well. Excited about seeing changing scenery and constantly looking for the enjoyment life could offer, Jim Bob took his vacations seriously, well, as seriously as he possibly could. Favorite vacations included a mountain chalet in Gatlinburg.
Jim Bob was a lover of animals and cherished his pets. Angel, yorkie, was a best friend for 15 years. His family was rounded out by his yorkie "Boomer".
Jim Bob Barker passed away on June 24, 2008 at Baptist Hospital in Nashville, TN. He died from complications after rotator cuff surgery. He is survived by wife, Kay, sons, Jimmy, Travis, Todd and daughter Angie. Two grandchildren, Gracie and Taylor Elizabeth. Services were held at Hibbett & Hailey Funeral Home Chapel, Donelson, TN. Jim Bob was laid to rest in Hermitage Memories Mausoleum, Old Hickory, TN.
There was always a certain style and inventiveness to Jim Bob. He was a dynamic, self-expressive person who was forever looking to celebrate the endless possibilities life had to offer. He had a knack for being clever, creative and witty, and for others, was a joy to be around. It seemed as if many others looked to Jim Bob Barker for inspiration, leadership, wisdom and even courage. Jim Bob was always more than willing to share life's experiences with his loved ones.
He was and is my sole mate.
Kay
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